Pediatric Opioids And Pain Control In Fractures Overview It has been observed over time that pediatric patients who go through a closed reduction of fractures to the forearm with standard sedation in the emergency room are given opioids around 14 times the normal amount used at discharge. It has also been observed
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The Impact Of Long-term Opioid Treatment On Endocrine Parameters
The Impact Of Long-term Opioid Treatment On Endocrine Parameters The injudicious use of opioids has always been a significant concern for health practitioners. It is due to the propensity of users to develop a dependence on these medications and the debilitating adverse effects associated with extended use of opioids. New research
What Do You Need to Know About Over-The-Counter Medicines?
Patient Education This article is tailored for patients. Refer your patients to this article for them to learn more about their condition. What Do You Need to Know About Over-The-Counter Medicines? Over-the-counter (OTC) medicines are medications you can buy directly without a prescription. They treat various common health problems such as pain,
Mental Health Screening in Psoriatic Arthritis Patients
Mental Health Screening in Psoriatic Arthritis Patients Studies have shown that psoriatic arthritis (PsA) does increase the psychological burden of psoriasis, however, there isn’t enough data about how it affects a person’s overall mental health. Psoriasis patients with comorbid psoriatic arthritis (PsA) are a subpopulation with distinct clinical needs and putatively